Since the period-drama first aired back in 2012, viewers have seen many characters come and go over the years.

One of which includes Matthew Aylward (Olly Rix), who became a fan-favourite when he made his debut in season 10.

The character quickly gained popularity, especially when he struck up a romance with Trixie (Helen George). Viewers were thrilled when they saw the pair tie the knot at the end of season 12.

However, last year, devastation hit when Matthew suddenly gave his new wife an ultimatum to come with him to New York after losing his inheritance.

Since Olly's unexpected departure, people have seen the actor join another long-running BBC drama, At the time of his exit from Call the Midwife, reports claimed many of the cast were 'stunned and upset' his character had been axed.

Olly has spoken out about how he felt he had been treated by bosses over his departure, confessing he didn't like it.

He told Hello!: "I'm very fortunate. Most jobs, I think of very fondly, but you do, of course, leave them in the past and move on and develop new work.

"With that project in particular, I didn't like the way it ended and I didn't think they treated me with much integrity or respect, and I didn't like that. I think it's just best left in the past and not discussed much more."

However, a Call the Midwife spokesperson has rejected claims over how Olly was treated when he was let go.

The spokesperson told Metro: "We don't accept this. Call the Midwife is a drama that prides itself on providing a supportive, inclusive and nurturing filming environment, and we are known for the family atmosphere on our set.

"Series 15 is currently filming, and we look forward to sharing this exciting new series with our beloved audience."

Express.co.uk have contacted BBC for comment.

When it was reported Olly was leaving Call the Midwife, RadioTimes stated it didn't mean fans wouldn't see his character again in the future.

Although the 40-year-old is now donning scrubs as newcomer Flynn Byron in Casualty, who appears to be in it for the long run.

Speaking about his new role, he told Hello!: "We've been filming for a year, and you've only had ten episodes. We have 40-something in the bank now. So, Flynn's not going anywhere."

Both Call the Midwife and Casualty are available to watch on BBC iPlayer.